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Lenovo has already revealed that the Legion Y70 will launch with a display worthy of its performance-focused series of Android smartphones. Now, the OEM has outlined how the device will manage its heat ahead of its August 2022 launch event. This system involves a large amount of vapor chamber, stretched particularly thin throughout the flagship's redesigned chassis.

With its Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor, 144Hz OLED display and 50MP main rear camera, the Moto Razr 2022 might prove a vast improvement over its 5G predecessor. A new video, in which one of these new clamshell Android units is disassembled, highlights the new front panel and hinge design that could also solve some problems linked to older Motorola foldable smartphones.

The Honor Magic V is an early-2022 Android flagship phablet that launched with a battery capacity greater even than that of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4. However, its successor is now rumored to debut with an upgraded power-pack that could add up to what the Chinese OEM could market as a world-beating spec among foldables.

Nokia has had its suit that the competing Android OEM OPPO has persisted in using its IP without permission upheld by a court in Germany. Accordingly, the latter has removed all of its sales listings for mobile devices and wearables from the same market, as has its subsidiary OnePlus. The company has stated that it still hopes for an amicable resolution of the matter.

The supposed Europe price tags for the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro have been leaked along with some other key details, such as the alleged launch date timeframe. The Xiaomi 12T is expected to come with a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor while the Xiaomi 12T Pro could be dressed to impress with a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC from Qualcomm.
Update: Another source has offered up even higher prices for the T-series phones.

The Xperia PRO and PRO-I are even more expensive versions of their respective Sony flagship Android smartphone counterparts with, for example, HDMI support for use as serious cinematography equipment. Now, the OEM has doubled-up on this use-case even more with new additions to their arsenal of features as external monitors for alpha-series cameras.

Motorola launched the Moto Razr 2022 a few days ago in China, as a direct rival to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip4. The premium foldable went on sale shortly after, and the company has now revealed an initial sales milestone that indicates demand for the Moto Razr 2022 in its home market.

Updated: Nothing provides statements on brightness discrepancies.
At launch, Nothing advertised the Nothing Phone (1) as being capable of reaching 1,200 nits when viewing HDR content. Considering the smartphone's price, this would have been an impressive feature, if it were true. Instead, Nothing has subsequently changed its advertising, following the publication of numerous reviews quoting this incorrect peak brightness value.

Xiaomi has introduced a new version of the Pad 5 Pro. Sold as the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 12.4, the tablet has a larger display than its predecessor, making it more comparable to an iPad Pro 12.9 and a Galaxy Tab S8 Plus or Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Xiaomi has included a larger battery as well as a bigger display, among other changes.

Motorola has launched an Android smartphone called the Moto G62 - again. This unusually affordable 2022 refresh has arrived in India with a different Qualcomm processor, although it still supports "true" 5G. It also has slightly faster charging, yet remains identical to the 'early-year' G62 otherwise.

TAG Heuer's latest smartwatch offering is in truth a new edition of the Connected Calibre E4, launched in partnership with Porsche. It entails an extensive cosmetic re-design intended to provide a matching accessory for those who own EVs such as the Taycan. It also has a custom watchface that allows the user to keep track of both possessions at the same time.

OPPO's latest teasers hint at "Inspiration Ahead" as the worldwide launch for the latest version of ColorOS draws closer. This Android 13 skin, slated to start appearing on the OEM's newer and higher-end smartphones before the end of 2022, is already tipped to get much more fluid on various levels, its animations and new backgrounds included.

Xiaomi has now launched its latest premium-ish smartphone. This device, the Redmi K50 Extreme Edition, sits at the top of the Redmi K50 series, and debuts as the cheapest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 phone, with a price tag that converts into about US$450.

Motorola has taken the wraps off its new Razr 2022. The phone packs flagship-grade internals, an upgraded design with thinner bezels, and a bigger, faster display than its predecessor. The phone also costs less than the competing clamshell from Samsung, the Z Flip4.

The Samsung Galaxy M53 5G is actually a thoroughly pleasing phone in the mid-range. But there are one or two things you should know before buying it. Read our review summary to find out what they are.

Xiaomi has made the Mix Fold 2 official today (August 11, 2022), albeit for the Chinese market only. Nevertheless, the premium device has the potential to become a vast improvement over its predecessor, with form-factor tweaks that might also help it take on the likes of the equally new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4. It has also landed as the world's latest Leica-branded flexible-display device.

Motorola has now officially launched the Moto X30 Pro in China. The flagship makes its debut as the first 200 MP camera smartphone in the world and also features a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, with a starting price tag equivalent to just over US$500. It's expected to debut globally as the Moto Edge 30 Ultra later in the year.

Samsung has taken the wraps off its new Galaxy Z Flip4. The phone has a similar design to the Z Flip3 with a smaller outer display and a big inner foldable screen. Powered by the newest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, the Galaxy Z Flip4 has IPX8 waterproofing for protection against water damage.

It seems that Samsung is preparing to release a smartphone that could be mistaken for the Apple iPhone SE. With a comparatively small housing and a single rear-facing camera, the Galaxy A23e will be a no-nonsense smartphone that also has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. Reputedly, Samsung will sell the Galaxy A23e for less than €300 in the Eurozone too.

After months of relentless leaks, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is official with a design that has remained largely unchanged. The device is IPX8 certified, boasts the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, and comes with 12 GB LPDDR5 memory with up to 1 TB of UFS 3.1 storage.

The Zenfone 9 is the most compact new premium Android smartphone around. Therefore, that smaller footprint might make tearing it down and putting it back together more difficult. A recent YouTube repair-demo video tested this theory out in a new video, one in which the Asus flagship came in for some praise thanks to potentially important aspects of its internal design.

Xiaomi is preparing to release a new entry in the Pad 5 series. While the new Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro has a larger display and a revised display, it seems that Xiaomi could have equipped it with the same chipset as its predecessor. According to one leaker, the new Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro could be available globally within the next few months too.

Motorola has confirmed that it will be offering its next flagship candybar smartphone in more than just the 'Ink Rhyme Black' colourway it has shown to date. Additionally, the Edge 30 Ultra will be available in 'Clear Frost White', a slick-looking colour option that has a colour-contrasting camera housing. Motorola has confirmed more display specifications for the Edge 30 Ultra too, which will launch in China as the Moto X30 Pro.

Lenovo has previewed the Legion Y70 ahead of the device's introduction next week. In the meantime, the company has confirmed countless specifications, including the device's battery, camera and display details.

Motorola is on the verge of launching a new tablet, seemingly a mid-range option. Already confirmed as the Moto Tab G62, the tablet will rely on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, which will power a 10.6-inch and 2K display, as well as providing LTE connectivity. The Moto Tab G62 should achieve decent runtimes too, thanks to its 7,700 mAh battery.

Samsung is on track to launch its latest top-end foldable devices during the major Unpacked event of today (August 10, 2022). That may be why Motorola has chosen to go ahead and unveil a crucial detail on its potential contender the Moto Razr 2022. Considering the new clamshell's specs, the starting price in question has the potential to blow its Flip4 rival out of the water.

Specifications, design and the launch date of the Redmi K50 Extreme Edition have already been confirmed. Equipped with a 108 MP primary camera, the Redmi K50 Extreme Edition will also have a 1.5K display. A Geekbench listing has shown that the Redmi K50 Extreme Edition will make good use of its Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset too.

Although the update for the mobile version is still at least a few days away, Vivaldi 5.4 for desktop users is now available with custom rocker gestures, the ability to turn off sound in web panels, as well as multiple under-the-hood optimizations for Vivaldi Mail, Calendar, and Feed Reader.

Samsung has commented on many of the changes it has made to One UI, shortly after releasing the first One UI 5 beta build for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+ and Galaxy S22 Ultra. Based on Android 13, One UI 5 should reach millions of Samsung smartphones and tablets in a few months, including the forthcoming Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4.

The new RS2 is HiBy's second digital audio player that uses the Darwin audio architecture and can be pre-ordered for US$479. It supports up to 4 TB of storage via two card slots, 3.5 / 4.4 mm dual headphone output, PCM 384 kHz/DSD 256 audio, as well as up to 10 hours of play time and 40 days standby.

OnePlus is one of the handful of OEMs obliged to postpone the launch of a new smartphone in China recently. However, the Ace Pro's rescheduled debut event has now concluded. It is effectively identical to the 10T, although its Android 12 skin is called ColorOS rather than OxygenOS.

Google has revised its Bedtime mode functionality as part of its upcoming Android 13 update. The improved Bedtime mode adds practical features that should make Android smartphones more pleasant to use at night. Rolling out in a new version of Digital Wellbeing, the new features include wallpaper dimming, among other things.

Digital Chat Station has shared more details about the Pixel Fold, a device that the leaker previously mentioned in the same breath as the Pixel 7 Ultra. Purportedly, Google's first foldable smartphone will depart from other foldable smartphones that rely on under-display cameras. According to the leaker, Google will include a camera within the Pixel Fold's frame to preserve display image quality.

OPPO has casually set the major design upgrade to be found in its latest smartwatch in stone via its new Chinese online store page, in an official leak that also confirms its zero-day color options. Interested fans can book their place in line to pre-order the new wearable, although it will not launch in full until tomorrow (August 10, 2022).

Xiaomi has previewed the MIX Fold 2, its next-generation foldable smartphone that will arrive a day after the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold4. Sporting a similar design, the MIX Fold 2 will be noticeably thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold4, even more so than the Surface Duo 2. Better still, the MIX Fold 2 will launch with Leica-tuned cameras too, the fourth smartphone to do so since Xiaomi and Leica announced their collaboration.

The Axon 40 Ultra is the latest flagship smartphone from ZTE. The device doesn't just offer high-end specifications, but also features a unique camera setup.

Camera specifications for the Galaxy Z Fold4 have emerged ahead of Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event. Based on various leaks, the Galaxy Z Fold4 should feature significantly better cameras than its predecessor and may even be on par with the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22 Plus. Depending on who you believe, the Galaxy Z Fold4 will either start at €1,799 or €1,879 in the Eurozone.

The Edge 30 Ultra has surfaced on Geekbench ahead of the Moto X30 Pro's delayed release. Now confirmed for August 11, Motorola has also shared camera specifications, confirming more than just the presence of a 200 MP primary camera. Motorola will offer its next flagship smartphone with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, too.

LG may have stepped away from the smartphone market, but it continues to release Android tablets. Released in South Korea, the LG Ultra Tab has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 chipset, a 2K display and a 7,040 mAh battery, among other features. The LG Ultra Tab sells in South Korea for KRW 462,000, currently equivalent to approximately ~US$355.

Xiaomi is projected to launch a second-gen foldable flagship smartphone before the end of 2022. Now, according to the latest alleged "Mix Fold 2" renders, it will not look that much different when compared to its markedly skinny predecessor. The leaker responsible for this new image also now advises its potential fans not to underestimate its starting price nonetheless.

More details about the Edge 30 Neo have emerged online, this time courtesy of Geekbench. Thought to be a re-branded Edge 30 Lite, the Edge 30 Neo should launch with a 120 Hz POLED display powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset and 8 GB of RAM, among other features.

Hands-on photos of the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 have leaked online just a few days before their official introduction. Both scheduled for release on August 10, the pair will feature modest redesigns compared to the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3. The Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 will retain noticeable display creases, though.

Vivo launched its first ever foldable smartphone, the X Fold, in 2022. Now, the Galaxy Fold-style contender is said to get a mid-year refresh that, like many brand-new flagships, will run on the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 platform. However, these updated SKUs are still slated to have the X Fold's class-leading main display.

Motorola will launch a 2022 version of its Razr foldable smartphone shortly in August 2022. However, it seems the OEM could not wait to announce some of its best attributes, which are also significant improvements compared to its predecessor. They include the fact that it could well have the highest refresh rate display in its category on its release.

Lenovo has just officially confirmed the leaks pointing to an imminent launch for the Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022, a slate that will come in a range of finish options as colorful as its 120Hz AMOLED display. Its metallic unibody will be ~7mm in depth and incorporate speakers tuned by JBL.

Nothing has aimed for the most distinctive design in the Android world with its inaugural phone (1); however, online durability and repairability testers have found that it confers few advantages thus far. In addition, the YouTuber Hugh Jeffreys has encountered something teardown enthusiasts may not have expected or wished to see in the new handset.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 are set to debut on August 10 as the first Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 foldables of the year. They will be joined later by OPPO's alternatives: the OPPO Find N Fold and Find N Flip, with the Chinese company likely hoping to snag some market share from Samsung in that segment.